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WHAT: Led by greek-born singer, accordionist, film scorer and composer Magda Giannikou, Banda Magda moves from baiao to jazz manouche, from Greek dance rhythms to samba beats. Their songs, sung in French, hearken back to the golden age of Brazilian bossa, the best of cinematic arranging, and the lush chic of vintage French pop, all while drawing on the bands global background. WHEN: 7 p.m. WHERE: The ArtsCenter 300 East Main Street Carrboro MORE: $20 admission.

THURSDAY

29 2015 ANNUAL GATHERING AT STARWORKS

WHAT: Hundreds of handmade ornaments & gifts created at STARworks Glass. Ornaments will not be available until the event and cannot be reserved. WHEN: 4 p.m. WHERE: STARworks Center for Creative Enterprise, 100 Russell Drive, Star. MORE: Free event. For more information, visit the www.STARworksnc.org or call (910) 428-9001.

THURSDAY

29 FRANKENSTEIN

WHAT: Come see one of the most iconic horror films of all time accompanied by live music. The Piedmont Wind Symphony presents FRANKENSTEIN! Perfect for Halloween and audiences of all ages! It promises to be a terrifying evening of music, film, drama, and suspense. WHEN: 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Reynolds Auditorium. 301 North Hawthorne Road, Winston-Salem. MORE: $18-$22 tickets.

FRIDAY

30 SUICIDEGIRLS: BLACKHEART BURLESQUE

WHAT: The SuicideGirls: Blackheart Burlesque have been wowing audiences all over the world with tongue-in-cheek humor, raw sexuality, and stunning choreography. The show is unlike any other burlesque act you’ve ever seen. WHEN: 7 p.m. WHERE: The Blind Tiger. 1819 Spring Garden St., Greensboro. MORE: $25-$85 admission. Age 18+ only.

FRIDAY

30 THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW

WHAT: That sweet transvestite and his motley crew did the time warp, and, just in time for Halloween, theyre back for a revival. Complete with sass from the audience and an array of audience participation props, this deliberately kitschy rock-n-roll sci-fi gothic is more fun than ever. WHEN: 7 p.m. WHERE: Winston-Salem Theatre Alliance. 1047 West Northwest Boulevard, Winston-Salem. MORE: $16-$18 admission.

WHAT: Casa Azul invites the community to take part in the open reception and viewing the featured altars as part of the traditional celebration from Mexico and other Latin American countries. The Casa Azul exhibit will specifically feature a series of original altars. WHEN: 6 p.m. WHERE: Greensboro Children’s Museum 220 N. Church Street Greensboro MORE: Free event.